Head Coach, Olivia Bashura
Olivia has been on the NSJ dive team since she was 9. She is excited to be an NSJ dive coach once again this summer! She is a 2023 Mt. Hebron High School graduate studying astronomy at the University of Delaware. She enjoys reading, writing, listening to music, and playing any type of sport, including diving and softball.
Head Coach, Rowan Vessey
Coach Rowan is a veteran NSJ coach! She began as a former diver for NSJ and transitioned seamlessly into coaching. She also loves cheerleading and playing the guitar in her free time. Rowan, a graduate of Marriotts Ridge High School, currently attends Towson University and is excited for another great season of dive!
Coach, Adrianna Compofelice
My name is Adrianna and I am new to the coaching staff this year but beyond excited for the season! I was a diver for 16 years and when not diving I was a softball player and cheerleader. I am currently a nursing major with a specialty in pediatric oncology and I’m on the path to having my own practice!
Coach, John Walker
John has been diving on the NSJ dive team since the age of 6 and on the UMBC club dive team from the age of 9. He loves the competitiveness of the sport, learning new dives, and the friends he has made over the years. John helps coach the UMBC club dive team, he is CPR / First Aid certified, has his pool ops, and was certified as a lifeguard. John attends UMD College Park and is majoring in mechanical engineering.
Junior Assistant Coach, Colton Crow
Colton is a current NSJ diver and club record holder! He joined our coaching staff in 2024 and is instrumental in helping our young divers achieve their potential. Colton is also a UMBC Club Diver throughout the year. We are happy to have him and his talent on our team!
Dive Team Director, Susan Walker
Susan has been part of the dive community since 2012 when her son John started flipping off the NSJ diving boards. She is supportive of the NSJ and CMDL diving communities and has volunteered in many roles with the dive team, including being a judge and a referee during the dive meets. She is excited to work with our awesome coaches, encourage the new and returning divers, continue to build the team, and have a great summer!
Susan would love to transition a willing individual to shadow this position!
Email: nsjdiveteam@gmail.com
